Will,

Hi neighbor. I live N of Austin.

My Kitfox III was built in 1991 and has an older 912. I have 1100 hrs on the engine. I believe most of the Service Bulletins have been complied with. I was a Kitfox novice when I flew it home 400 miles in 2008.

By law, you don't need to comply with the 5 year rubber replacement. That being said, I got a fresh condition inspection by Murle Williams before I flew it home. Then what I did is start replacing my rubber over time after I got the plane. The Rotax people will tell you that you need to rebuild the engine just because of age. I chose not to rebuild. I took a couple Rotax 912 classes a few years ago, but I have always maintained my Kitfox and 912.

I'd hate to make a judgement on the price as there are a lot of factors. My engine is still running strong, but paint is cracking and blistering because of auto paint over aircraft finish. Be happy to answer more questions. Leave me a private message here with your number and we can chat.